Herbs & Spices Comparisons For Diabetics
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
F 1105 Srira...
Food 1
Food 1
• CENTRAL FOOD CORPORATION
F 1105 Sriracha Seasoning
|
2.2 | 262 | 55.5 | — | — | 4.0 | 5.5 |
|
Indian Spice...
Food 2
Food 2
• OCEAN SPRAY CRANBERRIES, INC.
Indian Spices Garam Masala
|
25.6 | 103 | 14.0 | — | 1.0 | 3.0 | 5.0 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Maple Bbq R...
Food 1
Food 1
• MCCORMICK & COMPANY, INC.
Maple Bbq Rub, Maple; Bbq
|
8.0 | 300 | 80.0 | 60.0 | — | — | — |
|
Turmeric Roo...
Food 2
Food 2
• IBITTA ENTERPRISES, INC.
Turmeric Root Powder, Turmeric
|
9.8 | 300 | 70.0 | — | 20.0 | — | 10.0 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Dried Yellow...
Food 1
Food 1
• PERUVIAN IMPORT COMPANY
Dried Yellow Hot Pepper
|
4.0 | 300 | 60.0 | — | 20.0 | — | — |
|
Ginger Powder
Food 2
Food 2
• BUTTERFLY
Ginger Powder
|
8.0 | 20 | 4.0 | — | — | — | 1.0 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Sukhi's, Gob...
Food 1
Food 1
• JAGPREET ENTERPRISES
Sukhi's, Gobi Aloo Complete Spice Mix
|
0.0 | 167 | 33.3 | — | 33.3 | — | — |
|
Sweet Bourbo...
Food 2
Food 2
• CENTRAL FOOD CORPORATION
Sweet Bourbon Seasoning, Sweet Bourbon
|
1.0 | 200 | 50.0 | — | — | 2.0 | 8.0 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Chief Brand ...
Food 1
Food 1
• C.B.P. LTD
Chief Brand Products, Ginger Powder
|
5.6 | 340 | 80.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 |
|
Honey Garlic...
Food 2
Food 2
• THE NUTMEG SPICE CO. LTD.
Honey Garlic Wing Rub, Honey Garlic
|
2.0 | 300 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Black Sesame
Food 1
Food 1
• A-SHA FOODS ENTERPRISE CO., LTD.
Black Sesame
|
100.0 | 356 | 62.0 | 8.0 | 2.9 | 6.0 | 13.0 |
|
Buddha Shake...
Food 2
Food 2
• RED APE CINNAMON LLC
Buddha Shake Curry Mix, Cinnamon
|
3.7 | 323 | 64.5 | — | — | — | 32.3 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Sweet Bourbo...
Food 1
Food 1
• CENTRAL FOOD CORPORATION
Sweet Bourbon Seasoning, Sweet Bourbon
|
1.0 | 200 | 50.0 | — | — | 2.0 | 8.0 |
|
Fenugreek Se...
Food 2
Food 2
• PRIDE OF INDIA
Fenugreek Seed Ground Organic Spices
|
1.9 | 270 | 54.1 | — | 27.0 | 1.5 | 27.0 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
F 1937 Rib R...
Food 1
Food 1
• CENTRAL FOOD CORPORATION
F 1937 Rib Rub Seasoning
|
1.4 | 289 | 68.0 | — | — | 3.0 | 3.0 |
|
Original Dry...
Food 2
Food 2
• RIB RACK DISTRIBUTING
Original Dry Rub Seasoning, Original
|
4.0 | 222 | 44.4 | 22.2 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Medium Spicy...
Food 1
Food 1
• PRANA IMPORTS, INC.
Medium Spicy Tikka Masala Sauce Kit, Medium Spicy Tikka Masala
|
11.9 | 114 | 10.0 | 2.9 | 1.4 | 7.1 | 1.4 |
|
Pickled Sush...
Food 2
Food 2
• KAWASHO FOODS USA INC.
Pickled Sushi Ginger, Pickled
|
28.0 | 80 | 18.7 | 18.7 | — | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Crescent, Dr...
Food 1
Food 1
• OLD MILL BRICK
Crescent, Dry Mint
|
1.0 | 400 | 100.0 | — | 50.0 | — | — |
|
Bamboe, Bumb...
Food 2
Food 2
• BAMBOE INDONESIA PT.
Bamboe, Bumbu Rujak Indonesian Instant Spices
|
1.9 | 261 | 26.1 | 17.4 | 17.4 | 13.0 | 8.7 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Premium Keft...
Food 1
Food 1
• ZB IMPORTING INC.
Premium Kefta Spice Blend
|
7.9 | 250 | 50.0 | 8.3 | 16.7 | — | 8.3 |
|
Sadaf, Prove...
Food 2
Food 2
• SOOFER CO. INC.
Sadaf, Provence Herbs
|
0.0 | 222 | 55.6 | — | 55.6 | — | — |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Whole Cloves
Food 1
Food 1
• LA FLOR PRODUCTS CO INC
Whole Cloves
|
1.4 | 286 | 66.7 | — | 33.3 | 14.3 | 4.8 |
|
Cumin Seed W...
Food 2
Food 2
• PRIDE OF INDIA
Cumin Seed Whole Organic Spices
|
1.4 | 476 | 47.6 | — | 11.9 | 31.0 | 23.8 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Sauteed Glaz...
Food 1
Food 1
• JAYCO SALES INTERNATIONAL, INC.
Sauteed Glazed Onions
|
5.7 | 333 | 16.7 | 5.6 | — | 33.3 | — |
|
Hibiscus Flower
Food 2
Food 2
• LISY CORPORATION
Hibiscus Flower
|
4.0 | 16 | 0.9 | 0.5 | — | — | 2.7 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Turmeric Powder
Food 1
Food 1
• V PATEL & SONS INC
Turmeric Powder
|
2.0 | 240 | 60.0 | — | 40.0 | — | — |
|
La Nuestra, ...
Food 2
Food 2
• MONTALVAN'S SALES
La Nuestra, Ground Annatto
|
18.6 | 371 | 71.4 | 14.3 | 2.9 | 2.1 | 14.3 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Shirakiku, R...
Food 1
Food 1
• WISMETTAC ASIAN FOODS, INC.
Shirakiku, Roasted Sesame Seed
|
0.0 | 600 | 20.0 | — | 20.0 | 60.0 | 20.0 |
|
Garlic Groun...
Food 2
Food 2
• PRIDE OF INDIA
Garlic Ground Organic Spices
|
3.3 | 323 | 64.5 | — | 8.1 | — | 32.3 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Tomax, Spice...
Food 1
Food 1
• TOMAX ENTERPRISE CO., LTD.
Tomax, Spice Pouch
|
5.8 | 375 | 58.3 | — | 33.3 | 12.5 | 8.3 |
|
Spice Essent...
Food 2
Food 2
• PRANA IMPORTS, INC.
Spice Essentials Garam Masala Powder, 1.85 Oz
|
1.9 | 400 | 60.0 | — | 40.0 | 10.0 | 20.0 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Minced Onion
Food 1
Food 1
• STONEMILL
Minced Onion
|
6.0 | 300 | 80.0 | 40.0 | 20.0 | — | — |
|
Natco, Groun...
Food 2
Food 2
• NATCO FOODS LTD
Natco, Ground Turmeric
|
11.8 | 300 | 70.0 | — | 10.0 | — | 10.0 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Turmeric Roo...
Food 1
Food 1
• IBITTA ENTERPRISES, INC.
Turmeric Root Powder, Turmeric
|
9.8 | 300 | 70.0 | — | 20.0 | — | 10.0 |
|
Coriander Po...
Food 2
Food 2
• V PATEL & SONS INC
Coriander Powder
|
0.0 | 340 | 20.0 | — | 40.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Cinnamon Sti...
Food 1
Food 1
• ROYCE APPAREL INC.
Cinnamon Sticks, Cinnamon
|
4.0 | 250 | 75.0 | — | 50.0 | — | — |
|
Raw Whole Po...
Food 2
Food 2
• BOB'S RED MILL NATURAL FOODS, INC.
Raw Whole Poppy Seeds
|
1.8 | 536 | 28.6 | 3.6 | 25.0 | 39.3 | 21.4 |
| Food | BSI | Calories | Carbs | Sugars | Fiber | Fat | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brown Sugar ...
Food 1
Food 1
• GS1 MEXICO
Brown Sugar & Garlic Sweet Rib Rub, Brown Sugar & Garlic
|
2.0 | 500 | 100.0 | 100.0 | — | — | — |
|
Eden, Organi...
Food 2
Food 2
• EDEN FOODS, INC.
Eden, Organic Black & Tan Sesame Salt
|
1.7 | 667 | 33.3 | — | — | 50.0 | 33.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Herbs & Spices food comparisons help you understand the nutritional differences between similar foods in this category. We have 20 comparisons available to help you make better choices for blood sugar management.
Each comparison shows two foods side-by-side with their Blood Sugar Impact (BSI), carbohydrates, sugars, fiber, fat, and protein content. Look for foods with lower BSI scores and higher fiber content for better blood sugar control.
BSI is our proprietary score that predicts how much a food will raise your blood sugar. Lower scores (closer to 0) indicate minimal impact, while higher scores suggest the food may cause larger blood sugar spikes. This helps diabetics choose foods that support stable glucose levels.
Focus on foods with higher fiber and protein content, as these nutrients help slow glucose absorption. Compare carbohydrate and sugar content between similar foods to identify better options. The color-coding helps you quickly identify foods with higher or lower nutrient levels.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to compare any two foods in our database. This is especially helpful when you want to compare foods from different categories or find alternatives to foods that spike your blood sugar.
Food comparisons are most helpful when you're trying to choose between similar foods or looking for alternatives to foods that affect your blood sugar. Use them when grocery shopping, meal planning, or when you want to understand why certain foods work better for your diabetes management.